Synopsis
This essential reference features an alphabetical listing of every deep-sky object - 2,700 in all - plotted in Sky Atlas 2000.0, 2nd Edition. Its main section lists each star cluster, nebula, and galaxy by name, includes descriptive remarks by well-known observers, and cross-references them to their chart numbers. A second section tabulates the objects and their properties by chart number. Both sections provide coordinates, object type, constellation, and apparent magnitude. With its comprehensive introduction, easy-to-use layout, and delectable morsels of information culled from many authoritative sources, this handy guide belongs, together with Sky Atlas 2000.0 itself, on every astronomer's bookshelf.
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Book Description
This book is a comprehensive guide to every star cluster, nebula, and galaxy plotted in Sky Atlas 2000.0, 2nd Edition. In addition to listing each object's chart numbers, the authors provide a descriptive paragraph about each, including comments by renowned observers.
Review
'... comprehensive guide to every star cluster, nebula, and galaxy plotted in Sky Atlas 2000.0, 2nd edition.' Europe & Astronomy
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